What is a Sidewinder scope?
New for 2020, Sidewinder is the must-have high-performance multi-discipline scope. Parallax-free shooting from 9 metres to infinity assisted by an index-matched rangefinding side wheel (removable).
Are Midten scopes any good?
2.0 out of 5 stars Good price, very average optics. It’s a good scope for how cheap it is and you do get quite a bit for your money, but the optics on the scope aren’t great. But if you need all those things and can deal with very average and “ok” optics then go for it.
Does the military use first or second focal plane scopes?
If the shooter needs to be able to maintain a lower magnification for a larger field of view and still use the Mil/MOA reticle to hold-off shoot, a first focal plane scope would be the best choice. Most hunters, military, and law enforcement shooters move, hunt or fight with the optic on the lowest power setting.
What kind of reticle does Hawke Sidewinder 30 have?
Eight new ‘Sidewinder 30’ models are available, with the ‘30’ denoting the body tube diameter in mm. Basically four variable magnification specs are supplied with either a Mil Dot reticle, or SR design. My test model is the 8-32×56, and came fitted with the SR12IR reticle – more of which in a moment.
How many scopes are in the Hawke Sidewinder range?
So with the new Hawke Sidewinder range of scopes having just been signed off by the development team, I was itching to take a closer look Eight new ‘Sidewinder 30’ models are available, with the ‘30’ denoting the body tube diameter in mm. Basically four variable magnification specs are supplied with either a Mil Dot reticle, or SR design.
Can a 32X Sidewinder be used for 50x magnification?
Whilst many FT shooters now use up to 50x magnification scopes, 32x is still common, and plenty to optimise the parallax range finding facility These new Sidewinders come complete with handy accessories including sunshade, large sidewheel, range marker ring and flip-up lens covers.
Where is the parallax range adjuster on the Hawke Sidewinder?
The obvious third turret on the left side, is the side parallax range adjuster. For those unfamiliar with this feature, the turret is turned until the target becomes clear. The range can then be simply read from the dial.